ASCENSION PARISH, La. (WAFB) – Authorities are still searching for a Baton Rouge man accused of working with his girlfriend to commit a string of retail thefts across several Louisiana parishes.
Catherine Binder, 37, of Denham Springs, and Thederick Turner, 35, of Baton Rouge, are linked to a series of thefts, including stolen jewelry and an electric scooter from Walmart in Prairieville, as well as other retail incidents in Livingston and Tangipahoa parishes.
The investigation began on April 4, when deputies responded to an active theft at Lowe’s in Gonzales. Binder was found waiting in a vehicle outside while Turner was inside the store. Officials say Turner attempted to steal a generator but fled the scene upon noticing law enforcement.
Binder was apprehended and is now in custody at the Ascension Parish Jail, facing multiple charges:
Five counts of felony theft
Possession of a legend drug
Additional undisclosed offenses
Meanwhile, Thederick Turner remains at large, and detectives are continuing the search.
Anyone with information on Turner’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Ascension Parish Sheriff’s Office at 225-621-4636 or via anonymous text at 847411. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 225-344-STOP (7867) or through their website. A cash reward may be available through Crime Stoppers.
